West Cape Headland Circuit (1.2km), Innes National Park, South Australia

West Cape Headland Circuit is a 1.2km, grade 3 hike located in the Innes National Park, South Australia. The hike should take around 45 mins to complete.

Length: 1.2km

Duration: 45 mins

Grade: 3

Style: Circuit

Start: W Cape Rd

End: W Cape Rd

Location: Innes National Park

Closest town: Inneston

South Australia

From state capital: 300km

Longitude: 136.8266924

Latitude: -35.2466179

Hike summary

A short hike taking in spectacular coastal views across the Southern Spencer Gulf Marine Park and off-shore islands. The loop trail helps you navigate through fragile coastal vegetation to the lighthouse at the head of the cape where you'll have exhilarating views of the high-energy coastline.

The first 100 metres of trail goes to a 360 degree lookout.

Begin this hike at the West Cape car park.

GPX file courtesy of Walking SA. File may not contain elevation data and may only represent half the length on return hikes.

Route and GPX file

Total distance: 1168 m
Max elevation: 0 m
Min elevation: 0 m
Total climbing: 0 m
Total descent: 0 m

Download file: West-Cape-Headland-Hike.gpx

For more information on this hiking trail, please visit Walking SA

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About the region

Dhilba Guuranda-Innes National Park is a protected area in the Australian state of South Australia located on the southwest tip of Yorke Peninsula about 300 kilometres west of the state capital of Adelaide. It is a popular destination for camping, bushwalking, fishing, surfing and scuba diving. Dhilba Guuranda-Innes National Park is a favourite for camping, fishing and surfing. Bushwalking is a great way to discover the park, with trails ranging from 30-minute strolls to four-hour treks. You’ll spot an abundance of birds and animals while you catch some of the best coastal views in South Australia. All of the park is accessible by 2WD, so it’s perfect for day visits and a paradise for beach lovers.

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